The TDI badge stands for Turbocharged Direct Injection, and is the badge fitted to turbodiesel versions of the golf. These engines are well known for their dependability as well as producing a great balance between performance and fuel efficiency.

What is the most popular Golf?

The Golf Match is the most popular version of the Golf. It's a mid-to-high specification version of the Mk7 golf and came equipped with adaptive cruise control, touchscreen sat nav and air con as standard. Of the Mk8, the Life is the most readily available on the used market. Though it's the entry-level model, it still comes with alloy wheels, front/rear parking sensors, sat nav and climate control.

Is the Volkswagen Golf good for long-distance driving?

Yes, the Golf is a very comfortable motorway cruiser. The interior is also spacious enough to accommodate passengers on a longer trip.

Is the Golf a good family car?

Yes. Volkswagen has always designed the Golf to be a family car. For a long time now, the Golf has only been available in a five-door layout, and it's very straightforward to fit an ISOFIX child seat in the back. Even performance versions such as the GTI and R retain excellent practicality but add a serious dose of performance.

Does the Volkswagen Golf come as a hybrid or electric version?

Yes, you can buy the Golf as an e-Golf, which is a fully electric car. This has lots of advantages, such as much lower running costs. There is also a plug-in hybrid version that allows for up to 42 miles of electric driving before switching to petrol/electric hybrid power to allow you to continue your journey.

Is there a four-wheel drive version of the Golf?

Yes, the very popular Golf R hot hatchback (and estate) comes with four-wheel drive as standard. The other option is the relatively rare Alltrack, which is an estate model.

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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

Low Mileage

£27,500

Finance available £472 pm

2L
9.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 2.0 TSI GTI 5dr DSG

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£16,990

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43.4K
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Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TDI Life Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£15,795

Finance available £331 pm

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44.8K
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Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf2022 - 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 5dr DSG

£24,950

Finance available £492 pm

2L
37.1K
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Hatchback

Turbo Cars

02830447309 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 (65) - R-LINE 2.0 TDI BLUEMOTION TECH 5-Door

Low Mileage

£10,950

Finance available £222 pm

2L
57.6K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Affordable Cars Carlisle

01228273207 *

5/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2022 - MK8 1.5 eTSI R-Line EVO (150ps) DSG Estate inch 18inch ALLOYS. Automatic 5-Door

£21,990

Finance available £431 pm

1.5L
26.5K
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Automatic
Estate

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01775660387 *

Volkswagen Golf2023 (73) - 1.5 eTSI MHEV Style DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£21,736

Finance available £444 pm

1.5L
14.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Evogo Limited

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4.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2013 (13) - 1.4 SE TSI BLUEMOTION TECHNOLOGY 5-Door

Low Mileage

£6,995

1.4L
93.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Lottbridge Motoring Centre Ltd

01323407763 *

Volkswagen Golf(21) - 2.0 TDI Life Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (115 ps)

Low Mileage

£16,100

33.4K
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Diesel
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Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£25,500

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2L
27.0K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

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Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 1.6 TDI 105 SE 5dr DSG

£5,988

Finance available £111 pm

1.6L
113.8K
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Diesel
Automatic
Hatchback

BJH Motors & Sons (Cranham Drive)

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1.7/5 Stars

Volkswagen Golf2017 (17) - 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

1.6L
100.0K
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Manual
Hatchback

Forte Motors Ltd

01234237126 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 - 1.5 TSI 150 R-Line 5dr

£20,995

Finance available £411 pm

1.5L
28.7K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Bells Crossgar

02844330480 *

Volkswagen Golf2022 (22) - 2.0 TSI GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (245 ps)

£23,900

Finance available £409 pm

2L
34.8K
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Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Volkswagen Golf2015 - 1.4 TSI Match 5dr

£6,289

Finance available £118 pm

1.4L
108.0K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

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01405800965 *

Volkswagen Golf2014 (64) - 1.6 TDI 105 Match 5dr

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

1.6L
108.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

KLA Motors

01924668202 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 (63) - 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech GTI Hatchback 5dr Petrol DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (220 ps)

£9,500

2L
99.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Fusion Motors Limited

01375808581 *

Volkswagen Golf2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech GTD DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

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£12,790

Finance available £263 pm

2L
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Ideal Car Centre

01617904497 *

Volkswagen Golf2013 - 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5-Door

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£7,995

Finance available £156 pm

1.4L
77.0K
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Hatchback

Wightmans Used Car Centre

01843269541 *

Volkswagen Golf2021 - 2.0 TDI GTD Hatchback 5dr Diesel DSG Euro 6 (s/s) (200 ps) Automatic

£21,595

Finance available £423 pm

2L
52.1K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

TrustFord Glasgow

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Why buy a used Volkswagen Golf?

If you're in the market for a practical, comfortable and dependable car with the added benefit of timeless style and design, then a used Volkswagen Golf is a great choice. The Golf is also available with petrol, diesel, hybrid and even full electric engines.

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Pros

Efficient engines
Impressively refined
High-quality interior

Cons

Rivals are more involving to drive
Digitalised interior is a bit fiddly
Plain styling

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Different generations of used Volkswagen Golf

The Volkswagen Golf has been on the roads since 1974, with the UK being one of its best markets. Over the course of eight generations, Volkswagen has kept the Golf stylish and relevant. The newest models remain highly efficient and thoroughly enjoyable to drive.

Eighth Generation (2020 to 2020)

The most recent generation has been completely redesigned inside and out. The style is more striking, with interior features similar to those of the all-electric ID.4. Enhanced safety systems have also been added for a more protected drive.

VW released all-electric models and a plug-in hybrid for increased efficiency, further adding to the overall appeal of the latest generation Golf.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 34 - 941
Acceleration:: 4.6 - 10.7 seconds
Boot space:: 273 - 611 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.5 TSI 204 Style eHybrid 5dr DSG
Cheapest
1.0 TSI Life 5dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Seventh Generation (2016 to 2020)

The MQB platform created a Golf that was 100 kg lighter than earlier models, meaning better performance, handling and fuel efficiency. Safety features such as Automatic Emergency Braking was added. As with previous generations, VW continued working on ways to make the Golf more efficient, with improvements year over year.

In 2013, the Golf R hit the scene and brought class-leading hot hatch performance. Such was the popularity of the Mk7 Golf, over six million were built and sold worldwide.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 44 - 57
Acceleration:: 6.3 - 10.8 seconds
Boot space:: 380 - 605 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.4 TSI Moda 5dr DSG
Cheapest
1.4 TSI Moda 5dr DSG
Fastest
2.0 TSI GTI Moda 5dr DSG

Sixth Generation (2009 to 2016)

It didn't take long before drivers realised how amazing this generation was, with the 2009 model winning the World Car of the Year award. Despite its sharp style, this generation didn't go on many years before another design took over, making them even more desirable on the used market.

Most notably, this generation receives a lot of praise for its safety and the high-tech features included.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.2 - 2
MPG:: 33 - 74
Acceleration:: 5.5 - 13.9 seconds
Boot space:: 250 - 505 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.2 TSI S 2dr
Cheapest
1.4 S 3dr
Fastest
2.0 TSI R 4MOTION 5dr DSG

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